2005 Kia Sedona vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, both 2005 Kia Sedona and 2005 SsangYong Actyon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Actyon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Sedona 2005 SsangYong Actyon
Make Kia SsangYong
Model Sedona Actyon
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3489 cc 2300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 214 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2087 kg 1772 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 75 L


 

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