2005 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 686 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. 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 Kia Rio. 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 (310 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Rio | Actyon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |