2003 Holden UTE vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2003 Holden UTE is newer by 1 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Holden UTE.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden UTE. 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, 2003 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden UTE | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | UTE | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
