2006 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. Both 2006 SsangYong Rexton and 2005 SsangYong Korando are equipped with a 2,874 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Rexton | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Rexton | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
