2005 Lancia Thesis 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 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,385 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Thesis. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis. 2006 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 2005 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2005 Lancia Thesis 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Thesis | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Thesis | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2385 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
