2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 588 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4. 2010 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | Z4 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
