1998 Saturn SC vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saturn SC 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 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 727 kg more than 1998 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Saturn SC. 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 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Saturn SC | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Saturn | SsangYong |
| Model | SC | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
