2000 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Rexton | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Mazda |
| Model | Rexton | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
