2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Rodius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Rodius would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 764 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Accord | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
