2012 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 239 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Rodius.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Terracan | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Terracan | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
