2005 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 396 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Dion | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
Model | Dion | Actyon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |