2007 Nissan Versa vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa. 2008 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Nissan Versa | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Versa | Rexton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |