1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 660 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Coupe 2006 SsangYong Rexton
Make Fiat SsangYong
Model Coupe Rexton
Year Released 1996 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 193 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 302 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 80 L


 

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