2008 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mustang. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mustang.
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2008 Ford Mustang | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Mustang | Rexton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3998 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 78 L |