2005 SsangYong Rodius vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Rodius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rodius would be higher. Both 2005 SsangYong Rodius and 2008 SsangYong Rodius are equipped with a 2,696 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 161 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 3 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Rodius.
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, both vehicles can yield 342 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 SsangYong Rodius | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
Model | Rodius | Rodius |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2217 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |