2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
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 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (307 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Sorento | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
