2004 Honda Fit vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Fit would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 974 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Fit | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Fit | Rodius |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |