2006 SsangYong Rodius vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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, 2010 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 904 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Rodius | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | SsangYong | Honda |
| Model | Rodius | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2217 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
