2009 Nissan Tiida vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 Nissan Tiida is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Tiida. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 567 kg more than 2009 Nissan Tiida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Tiida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Tiida | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Tiida | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
