2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (319 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Sorento | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
