2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 284 kg more than 2001 Ford TE-50.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford TE-50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | TE-50 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
