2012 Kia Rio vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Rodius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rodius would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Rio | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Rio | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4366 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
