1996 Honda Today 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 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Today | Rexton |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4340 mm |