2005 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 286 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback.
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 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. 2011 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Outback | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Subaru | SsangYong |
| Model | Outback | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
