2009 Audi A8 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 94 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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, 2009 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | A8 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
