2011 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 126 kg more than 2011 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chrysler 300 | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
Model | 300 | Rodius |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5044 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |