2007 Acura TL vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 584 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Acura | SsangYong |
| Model | TL | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
