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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 140 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 4 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Actyon.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 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 | 2351 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
