2002 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 10 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, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 335 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carens. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Rexton | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Rexton | Carens |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
