2003 Honda City vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 910 kg more than 2003 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda City | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | City | Rexton |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |