2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sportage | Actyon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
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 | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |