2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 209 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (319 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Ram | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
