2008 Audi S4 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rodius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rodius would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1057 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2006 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | S4 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
