1996 Honda Today vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 13 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), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1305 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2009 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Today | Rexton |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
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 | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |