2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Rexton.

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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. 2010 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2009 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2009 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 SsangYong Rexton 2010 SsangYong Rexton
Make SsangYong SsangYong
Model Rexton Rexton
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2696 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 318 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.2 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.4 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 177 km/hour 182 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.2 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1972 kg 1902 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L


 

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