2001 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (319 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar X-Type | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | X-Type | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
