2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 113 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.

Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler Town & Country 2007 SsangYong Rexton
Make Chrysler SsangYong
Model Town & Country Rexton
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 2696 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 341 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 86.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.1 mm 92.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 2023 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 80 L


 

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