2007 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2007 SsangYong Rexton and 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 312 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 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 Toyota RAV4. 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 (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Rexton | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Rexton | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
