2011 Lexus IS vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 415 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus IS. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus IS | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | IS | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |
