2012 SsangYong Rodius vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, both 2012 SsangYong Rodius and 2012 SSC Tuatara were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1133 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 787 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 SSC Tuatara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. 2012 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 2012 SSC Tuatara has manual transmission. 2012 SSC Tuatara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 SsangYong Rodius | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | SsangYong | SSC |
| Model | Rodius | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2667 mm |
