2002 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (218 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 351 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback.
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 Outback (339 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Outback 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 Outback | |
| Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
| Model | Rexton | Outback |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
