2010 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 349 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rodius is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 SsangYong Rodius. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Altima | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Altima | Rodius |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |