2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 888 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Atos | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1085 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 884 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
