2002 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 640 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Rexton | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rexton | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
