2005 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 224 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Actyon.
Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Grandis | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
