2012 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 307 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | C | Rodius |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1616 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1392 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |