2010 Honda Accord vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Rodius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rodius would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 752 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 2005 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Accord | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Accord | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
