2005 SsangYong Rodius vs. 2000 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 ZAZ Wagon would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1472 kg more than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Rodius | 2000 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | SsangYong | ZAZ |
| Model | Rodius | Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2217 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2330 mm |
