2006 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna 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 17 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 742 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna. 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 Renault Laguna. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna. 2006 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2010 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2010 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Laguna | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Laguna | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
