2004 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 314 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra. 2012 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | Tundra | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
