2002 Acura CL vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 192 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 2005 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Acura | SsangYong |
| Model | CL | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
