2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (339 Nm). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Endeavor | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
