2011 Nissan Livina vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rodius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rodius would be higher. At 2,694 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 188 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Rodius.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Livina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Livina. 2006 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Livina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Livina | 2006 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Livina | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
