2007 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 954 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. 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 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Rexton | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Rexton | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
