1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,125 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (384 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Rexton |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3125 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 384 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |