2003 Honda City vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 832 kg more than 2003 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda City | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | City | Actyon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |