2012 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 98 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | E | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| 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 | 1825 kg | 1923 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
