2006 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 395 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2006 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2006 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Rexton | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Rexton | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
