2005 Holden Rodeo vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Rodeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo. 2010 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Rodeo has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Rodeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Rodeo | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Rodeo | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2830 mm |
