2005 Nissan Micra 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 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 725 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. 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, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Micra | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
