2008 Honda Element vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, both 2008 Honda Element and 2008 SsangYong Rodius were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 264 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Element | Rodius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |