2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sportage. 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 (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2007 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Sportage | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
