2002 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 11 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 541 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Rexton | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | SsangYong | Porsche |
| Model | Rexton | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2475 mm |
