2000 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2003 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2003 Toyota Prius is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 601 kg more than 2003 Toyota Prius. 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 2003 Toyota Prius. 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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Rexton | 2003 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Rexton | Prius |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
