2006 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 845 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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2006 SsangYong Rexton | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Rexton | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |