1997 Rover 600 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 600 would be higher. At 2,874 cc, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1997 Rover 600. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 640 kg more than 1997 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 600 | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | 600 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
