2006 Acura RL vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 194 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.

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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. 2006 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2011 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2011 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Acura RL 2011 SsangYong Actyon
Make Acura SsangYong
Model RL Actyon
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 2300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1578 kg 1772 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 75 L


 

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