2007 Ford Territory vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,982 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Ford Territory.
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, 2007 Ford Territory (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Rodius has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Rodius will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Territory | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2696 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
