2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Actyon.
Because 2010 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ranger. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Ranger | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
