2007 Lexus IS vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2007 Lexus IS and 2007 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 167 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. 2007 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2007 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2007 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | IS | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
