2004 Opel Astra vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 526 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Astra | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Astra | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
