2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 316 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.

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 Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2006 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2006 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Traverse 2006 SsangYong Rexton
Make Chevrolet SsangYong
Model Traverse Rexton
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 2696 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 288 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 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 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1549 kg 1865 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 80 L


 

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