2002 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage 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 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 557 kg more than 2002 Kia Sportage. 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 (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sportage | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sportage | Rexton |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |