2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 249 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Vectra | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| 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 | 123 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 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 | 1523 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
