2008 Hyundai i30 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai i30 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i30. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 688 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai i30 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | i30 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
