1996 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 612 kg more than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Rasheen | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Rasheen | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
