2002 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 9 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 192 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Rexton | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | SsangYong | Honda |
| Model | Rexton | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
