2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Corvette and 2005 SsangYong Actyon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Actyon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Corvette 2005 SsangYong Actyon
Make Chevrolet SsangYong
Model Corvette Actyon
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 2300 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 214 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1442 kg 1772 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 75 L