2008 Ford E-250 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 908 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-250 | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | E-250 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 78 L |
