2012 Buick Enclave vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 SsangYong Rodius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 SsangYong Rodius would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 245 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rodius is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 SsangYong Rodius. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Buick Enclave | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Enclave | Rodius |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | 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 | 288 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1842 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |