2001 Honda Accord vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 910 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Accord | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Accord | Rodius |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |