2006 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Rexton | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Rexton | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
