2006 Volvo XC70 vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 237 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC70.
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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo XC70 | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Volvo | SsangYong |
| Model | XC70 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
