2002 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 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, 2006 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 632 kg more than 2006 Toyota Celica.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Celica. 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 (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Rexton | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Rexton | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
