2008 SsangYong Rodius vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando 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 23 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Rodius | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Rodius | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
