2001 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. (121 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 493 kg more than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
| Model | Cherokee | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
