2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (167 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 351 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | E | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
