1998 Honda Accord vs. 2004 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 6 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (210 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 435 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Accord | Rexton |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |