2006 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 695 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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 (250 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (176 Nm). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Rexton | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Rexton | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2873 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
