1996 Ford Ka vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 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 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Ka | Actyon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 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 |