2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 731 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Volkswagen Golf 2011 SsangYong Rexton
Make Volkswagen SsangYong
Model Golf Rexton
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 402 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 195 km/hour 176 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.4 seconds 11.6 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1284 kg 2015 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 78 L


 

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