2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 716 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | E-350 | Actyon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |