2002 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 388 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
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, 2005 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Rexton | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
| Model | Rexton | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
