2011 Buick Enclave vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Buick Enclave. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Buick Enclave would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 134 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. 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 2011 Buick Enclave. 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, 2011 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Buick Enclave | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Enclave | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
