1998 Honda Accord vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 551 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Because 2003 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Accord | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
