2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Caterham Beaulieu would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1490 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Caterham | SsangYong |
| Model | Beaulieu | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 78 L |
