2002 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2011 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 231 kg more than 2011 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2011 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Rexton | 2011 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Rexton | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
