2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 294 kg more than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Mondeo | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
