1999 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 647 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Civic | Actyon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |