2003 Mini One vs. 2001 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2003 Mini One is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 831 kg more than 2003 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mini One. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mini One | 2001 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mini | SsangYong |
| Model | One | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
