1997 Westfield ZEI vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1997 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1203 kg more than 1997 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Westfield ZEI. 2009 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1997 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1997 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Westfield ZEI | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Westfield | SsangYong |
| Model | ZEI | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
