2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 Mercedes-Benz CLC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 907 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | CLC | Rodius |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |