2002 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Toyota Solara 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 505 kg more than 2003 Toyota Solara. 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 2003 Toyota Solara. 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 (319 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Solara. 2002 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 SsangYong Rexton | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Rexton | Solara |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |