1996 Toyota Celica vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 596 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica. 2006 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Celica | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
Model | Celica | Actyon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |