2010 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius

To start off, both 2010 Fiat Fiorino and 2010 SsangYong Rodius were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 668 kg more than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 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 2010 SsangYong Rodius. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. 2010 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Fiat Fiorino 2010 SsangYong Rodius
Make Fiat SsangYong
Model Fiorino Rodius
Year Released 2010 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 2696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 72 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 150 km/hour 174 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 16.2 seconds 13.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1255 kg 1923 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L


 

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