2006 Toyota Yaris vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 902 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Yaris | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | Yaris | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
