2012 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 865 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Polo | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
| Model | Polo | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1682 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
