2005 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 2010 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart ForTwo | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Smart | SsangYong |
Model | ForTwo | Rodius |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 80 L |