1997 Westfield ZEI vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1997 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1997 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Westfield ZEI | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Westfield | SsangYong |
| Model | ZEI | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| 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 |
