2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 563 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 Nm). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Civic | Actyon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 214 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |