2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 106 kg more than 2006 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 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sorento | Rexton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |