2008 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, both 2008 SsangYong Rexton and 2008 Volkswagen Eos were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. 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 (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. 2008 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Eos 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 SsangYong Rexton | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Rexton | Eos |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |