1998 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (319 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Durango | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
