1995 BMW 528 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 528 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 343 kg more than 1995 BMW 528.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 528. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 528. 2011 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 528 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
