2007 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (307 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Grandis | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
