2006 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 11 kg more than 2006 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Rexton | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Rexton | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2873 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
