1996 Ford Ka vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 864 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Ka | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
