2008 Lexus IS vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2008 Lexus IS 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. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS. 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 Lexus IS. 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 (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS. 2008 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2008 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2008 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Lexus IS | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
Model | IS | Rexton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |