2010 Kia Amanti vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 Kia Amanti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Rodius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Rodius would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rodius.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Amanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Amanti | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Amanti | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
