2002 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2005 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2005 Toyota Caldina 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 Toyota Caldina (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 606 kg more than 2005 Toyota Caldina.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Caldina. 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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Caldina. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Rexton | 2005 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Rexton | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
