2001 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 347 kg more than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Nissan Terrano II | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Terrano II | Rexton |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |