2005 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 82 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (307 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Rexton | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | SsangYong | Nissan |
| Model | Rexton | Navara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2032 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
