2001 Daewoo Tacuma 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 Daewoo Tacuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Tacuma 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 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 614 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. 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 Daewoo Tacuma. 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 (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. 2009 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2001 Daewoo Tacuma has manual transmission. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Daewoo | SsangYong |
| Model | Tacuma | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
