2010 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 437 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Outlander | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4666 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
