2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 353 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Equinox | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |
