2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 231 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | 300 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
