1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Honda Odyssey 2005 SsangYong Rexton
Make Honda SsangYong
Model Odyssey Rexton
Year Released 1999 2005
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 2295 cc
Horse Power 238 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1956 kg 1850 kg
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2830 mm


 

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