1999 Honda Today vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1192 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 2012 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Today | Rexton |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |