2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2006 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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.
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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
Model | Santa Fe | Actyon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |