2002 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 808 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 (319 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2002 SsangYong Rexton | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | SsangYong | Land Rover |
Model | Rexton | Freelander |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |