1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Metro would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 951 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Metro | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
