2003 Renault Be Bop vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 662 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop. 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop. 2009 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Be Bop has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Be Bop will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Be Bop | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Renault | SsangYong |
Model | Be Bop | Rexton |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |