2006 BMW 325 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rodius.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 325 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2696 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
