2004 ZAZ Wagon 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 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 ZAZ Wagon would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. 2006 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 2004 ZAZ Wagon has manual transmission. 2004 ZAZ Wagon 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 ZAZ Wagon | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | ZAZ | SsangYong |
| Model | Wagon | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2750 mm |
