1997 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf 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 34 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 601 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 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 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen Golf | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
| Model | Golf | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
