2006 SsangYong Rodius vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rodius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rodius would be higher. At 2,694 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rodius.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Rodius | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
| Model | Rodius | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
