2007 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 268 kg more than 1999 SsangYong Korando. 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Rexton | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Rexton | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2023 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
