2002 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 900 kg more than 2002 Morgan Aero 8.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Morgan | SsangYong |
| Model | Aero 8 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
