2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Murano | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
