1999 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Verada | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Verada | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
