2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 374 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
Model | Passat | Rodius |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |