2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 6 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 776 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Captiva | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
