2007 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2007 SsangYong Rexton and 2007 Hyundai Accent 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 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 913 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Accent. 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 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Rexton | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | SsangYong | Hyundai |
| Model | Rexton | Accent |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2023 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
