2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, both 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 840 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza. 2008 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Impreza | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Subaru | SsangYong |
Model | Impreza | Rodius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |