1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 122 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2012 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2012 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Caprice | Rexton |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |