2008 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saab 05-Sep | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Saab | SsangYong |
| Model | 05-Sep | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
