2004 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Escudo would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (210 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (156 Nm). This means 2004 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Rexton | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Rexton | Escudo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
