1998 Lotus 340 R vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus 340 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus 340 R would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1248 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
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 (342 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 2011 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R. 2011 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus 340 R has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus 340 R 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:
| 1998 Lotus 340 R | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | 340 R | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
