2010 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 108 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Acadia | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Acadia | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
