2002 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 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 45 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 335 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (319 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Rexton | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | SsangYong | Nissan |
| Model | Rexton | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
