2007 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 3 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 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 30 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 344 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Rexton | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Hyundai |
| Model | Rexton | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2023 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
