1996 Holden Nova vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Nova would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 761 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Nova | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Nova | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
