2001 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 507 kg more than 2001 Honda S2000.

Because 2001 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S2000.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Honda S2000 2005 SsangYong Actyon
Make Honda SsangYong
Model S2000 Actyon
Year Released 2001 2005
Body Type Convertible Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 8600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 208 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 7500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1772 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 75 L