2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 357 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | E | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
