2004 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Rexton.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Rexton | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Rexton | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
