2005 SsangYong Rodius vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 5 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. 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 38 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1092 kg more than 2010 Mazda BT-50. 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Rodius | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Mazda |
| Model | Rodius | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2217 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
