2005 BMW 535 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 193 kg more than 2005 BMW 535.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 BMW 535 (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 535 | Rodius |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |