1996 Westfield ZEI 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 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Westfield ZEI 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 19 more horse power than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1996 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1996 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Westfield ZEI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Westfield ZEI | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Westfield | SsangYong |
| Model | ZEI | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
