2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 526 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C5 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
