1998 Honda NSX vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 459 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
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 (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 2009 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX 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:
1998 Honda NSX | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | NSX | Rodius |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |