2011 Hyundai Azera vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Azera is newer by 3 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Azera (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 389 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Azera. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Azera. (356 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Azera | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Azera | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
