2006 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 SsangYong Rexton and 2006 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Rexton | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
| Model | Rexton | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
