2006 BMW 645 vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 87 kg more than 2006 BMW 645.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. 2009 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 645 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 645 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 645 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
