2004 Acura MDX vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 47 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.
Because 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Acura | SsangYong |
| Model | MDX | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
