2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1332 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 7. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Caterham | SsangYong |
Model | 7 | Actyon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 85.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |