2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2001 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 64 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Pacifica (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2001 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | Pacifica | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
