2004 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 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. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 107 kg more than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Because 2004 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sorento. 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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Rexton | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Rexton | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
