2008 SsangYong Rodius vs. 1995 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. 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 57 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. 1995 Nissan Rasheen has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Rodius has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Rodius will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Rodius | 1995 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | SsangYong | Nissan |
| Model | Rodius | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
