2003 Smart Roadster vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 966 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Smart Roadster. 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Smart Roadster | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Smart | SsangYong |
| Model | Roadster | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
