2009 Ford GT vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 403 kg more than 2009 Ford GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. 2011 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2009 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford GT | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | GT | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
