1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 800 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta. 2005 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Ford Fiesta | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Fiesta | Actyon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |