1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 161 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
| Model | 355 Spider | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
