2010 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Rodius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Rodius would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (230 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 389 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
Model | Outlander | Rodius |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4666 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |