2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rodius.
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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Tacoma | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
Model | Tacoma | Rodius |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |