2005 Smart Roadster vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart Roadster | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Smart | SsangYong |
Model | Roadster | Actyon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |