2007 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 6 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, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 646 kg more than 2013 Scion tC.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Scion tC. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Rexton | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | SsangYong | Scion |
| Model | Rexton | tC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2023 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
