2005 Toyota Sienna vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Toyota Sienna (325 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2009 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2009 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Sienna 2009 SsangYong Actyon
Make Toyota SsangYong
Model Sienna Actyon
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3298 cc 2300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 214 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1941 kg 1772 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 75 L


 

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