2000 Mazda 121 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,874 cc, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 970 kg more than 2000 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 121 | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 121 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
