2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 203 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | E | Rodius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |