1999 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Vauxhall Frontera | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Vauxhall | SsangYong |
Model | Frontera | Rexton |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |