2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (319 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. 2002 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan X-Trail | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | X-Trail | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
