2000 Kia Clarus vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2000 Kia Clarus and 2000 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Kia Clarus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 670 kg more than 2000 Kia Clarus. 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 2000 Kia Clarus. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus. 2000 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Clarus has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Clarus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Clarus | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Clarus | Rexton |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |