2004 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 381 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Rexton | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
| Model | Rexton | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.7 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
