2004 Ford Focus vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 594 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2011 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. 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) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Focus | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
