2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2008 Kia Picanto 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1044 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Picanto. 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 (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto. 2008 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Picanto | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Picanto | Rexton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 99 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |