1999 Hyundai Galloper vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Galloper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Galloper would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 126 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Galloper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Galloper | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Galloper | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
