2002 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 496 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
2002 SsangYong Rexton | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Rexton | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |