2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Rodius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rodius would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Expedition | Rodius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 2217 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |