2007 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 5 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 107 kg more than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Highlander. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 SsangYong Rexton | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Rexton | Highlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |