2010 Lancia Phedra vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Phedra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 298 kg more than 2010 Lancia Phedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lancia Phedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Phedra. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Phedra. 2012 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 2010 Lancia Phedra has manual transmission. 2010 Lancia Phedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lancia Phedra | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Phedra | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
