2009 Fiat Stilo vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Stilo and 2009 SsangYong Rodius were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 769 kg more than 2009 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Stilo. 2009 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Stilo | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Stilo | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
