2005 Renault Scenic vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 456 kg more than 2005 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Scenic | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Scenic | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1776 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
