2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 223 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Pathfinder | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2074 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
