2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 159 kg more than 2006 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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Pilot | Rexton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |