2008 SsangYong Rodius vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 SsangYong Rodius and 2008 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 737 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo V70. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Rodius | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
| Model | Rodius | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
