2006 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 154 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 SsangYong Rexton | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | SsangYong | Kia |
Model | Rexton | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |