2008 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1061 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2008 SsangYong Rexton | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | SsangYong | Honda |
Model | Rexton | Life |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2872 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |