2012 Nissan Maxima vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Rodius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Rodius would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 428 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Maxima | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Maxima | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
