2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 192 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Because 2011 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Vectra | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
