2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 636 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Express | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Express | Rexton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |