2000 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 12 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 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 44 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 565 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. 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 2012 Kia Forte. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Rexton | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Rexton | Forte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
