1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | Dardo | Rexton |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |