2009 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 3 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), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 51 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Rexton.
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2009 SsangYong Rexton | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
Model | Rexton | Rexton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |