2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 563 kg more than 2009 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V. 2009 Honda FR-V has automatic transmission and 2010 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2010 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda FR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda FR-V | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | FR-V | Rexton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 78 L |