2002 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1996 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 236 kg more than 1996 Toyota Supra.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Rexton | 1996 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Rexton | Supra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
