2005 SsangYong Actyon vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 52 kg more than 2003 Opel Frontera.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Frontera. 2003 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Actyon | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | SsangYong | Opel |
| Model | Actyon | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1772 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
