2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 17 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 477 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
Model | Tiguan | Rodius |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |