2005 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 446 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (212 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Rexton | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Rexton | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
