2000 Ford Artic vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 625 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. 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, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Artic | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
