2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Rodius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rodius would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 956 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Silverado | Rodius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2217 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |