2009 Ford Flex vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 1 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1049 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Flex | Rexton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |