2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 67 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | E | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
