2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 626 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.

Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche 911. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911. 2008 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 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:

2011 Porsche 911 2008 SsangYong Rexton
Make Porsche SsangYong
Model 911 Rexton
Year Released 2011 2008
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 2696 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 402 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1389 kg 2015 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1808 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1311 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 78 L


 

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