2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2001 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 242 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. (307 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2001 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | GMC | SsangYong |
Model | Acadia | Rexton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |