2008 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 48 kg more than 2008 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rexton.

Compare all specifications:

2008 SsangYong Rexton 2000 Toyota Tundra
Make SsangYong Toyota
Model Rexton Tundra
Year Released 2008 2000
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 217 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 426 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.9 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1902 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3270 mm


 

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