2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (460 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 303 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
| Model | Vanquish | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
