2005 Daewoo Rexton vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Rexton would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Rexton. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 196 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Explorer (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Rexton. 2013 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Rexton has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Rexton | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Rexton | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
