2005 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Korando would be higher. Both 2005 SsangYong Rexton and 1996 SsangYong Korando are equipped with a 3,199 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (216 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (295 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. 1996 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Rexton | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Rexton | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
