2008 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2012 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2012 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sedona weights approximately 82 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. 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 2012 Kia Sedona. 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, 2012 Kia Sedona (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Rexton | 2012 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Rexton | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
