2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, both 2005 Dodge Charger 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Dodge Charger.

Because 2005 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Charger 2005 SsangYong Actyon
Make Dodge SsangYong
Model Charger Actyon
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3523 cc 2300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1724 kg 1772 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 75 L


 

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