2012 SsangYong Rodius vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 SsangYong Rodius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 SsangYong Rodius would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 73 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XK.
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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. 2012 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 2013 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 2013 Jaguar XK 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 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | SsangYong | Jaguar |
| Model | Rodius | XK |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2752 mm |
