2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Rexton.
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 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
Model | Santa Fe | Rexton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |