1996 Ford Versailles vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Versailles.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Versailles. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Versailles | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Versailles | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
