2002 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2003 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2003 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 166 kg more than 2003 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2002 SsangYong Rexton | 2003 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Rexton | Highlander |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |