2005 SsangYong Actyon vs. 2012 Honda Civic

To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.

Because 2005 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 SsangYong Actyon 2012 Honda Civic
Make SsangYong Honda
Model Actyon Civic
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Crossover Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 138 HP
Torque 310 Nm 174 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86.2 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.6 mm 87.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.1:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1785 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1460 mm


 

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