2004 Porsche 996 vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 371 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. 2006 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 996 | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 996 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
