1998 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 7,410 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (612 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 127 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (848 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | E | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7410 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 848 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1923 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
