2005 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 276 kg more than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Rexton | 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Rexton | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2873 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
