2007 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 239 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | XJ | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
