2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2008 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 Mercedes-Benz R (597 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | R | Rexton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |