2010 Peugeot 5008 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 5008.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 5008. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 5008. 2008 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 5008 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 5008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Peugeot 5008 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 5008 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1835 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2735 mm | 2830 mm |
