2006 Mazda 3 vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 3 and 2006 SsangYong Actyon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 587 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 3 | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | 3 | Actyon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |