2000 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 255 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.
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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Rexton | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Rexton | Flex |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2994 mm |
