2009 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 2 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. Both 2009 SsangYong Rexton and 2011 SsangYong Rexton are equipped with a 2,696 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 43 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Rexton | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Rexton | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1972 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
