2000 Nissan Almera vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 481 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Almera | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Almera | Rexton |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |