1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (155 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 530 kg more than 1995 Dodge Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Avenger | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Avenger | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
