2001 Toyota Highlander vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 16 kg more than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Highlander | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
Model | Highlander | Actyon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |