2005 SsangYong Rodius vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 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, 2011 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rodius.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Laguna. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Rodius | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | SsangYong | Renault |
| Model | Rodius | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
