2006 Kia Carens vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 228 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Actyon.
Because 2005 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carens | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Carens | Actyon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |