2004 Scion tC vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2004 Scion tC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 531 kg more than 2004 Scion tC.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Scion tC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Scion tC. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Scion tC | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Scion | SsangYong |
Model | tC | Rexton |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |