2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2000 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Taurus | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
