2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2004 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 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. Both 2005 SsangYong Korando and 2004 SsangYong Rexton are equipped with a 2,874 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2004 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Korando | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1851 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
