2008 Peugeot 307 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot 307 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 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 754 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 307. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 307 | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 307 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
