2002 Kia Optima vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Optima would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Optima. 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, 2002 Kia Optima (216 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Optima | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Optima | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1432 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
