2011 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Laguna 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 49 more horse power than 2011 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Laguna.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Laguna. 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, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Laguna. 2012 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Laguna | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Laguna | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
