1994 Rover 800 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,874 cc, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 376 kg more than 1994 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 800 | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | 800 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
