2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sportage | Rexton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.9 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 | 1687 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |