2009 BMW 335 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 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rodius.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2012 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 335 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2696 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
