2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. 2009 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Ram | Actyon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |