1997 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota RAV4 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 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 672 kg more than 1997 Toyota RAV4. 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 (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota RAV4 | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
Model | RAV4 | Rexton |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |