2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 346 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Audi | SsangYong |
Model | A3 | Rexton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |