2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 3 and 2009 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 773 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3. 2009 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda 3 | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | 3 | Rexton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2696 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |