2001 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 587 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester. 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Subaru Forester | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Subaru | SsangYong |
Model | Forester | Rexton |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |