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 @ 6200 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 50 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |