2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 6 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 798 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rodius is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 SsangYong Rodius. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda 6 (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 6 | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | 6 | Rodius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3726 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |