2010 Cadillac DTS vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Rodius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Rodius would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 216 kg more than 2010 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac DTS. 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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac DTS | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | DTS | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
