2006 Ford Focus vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 57 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Focus | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
