2007 Proton Savvy vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Proton Savvy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Proton Savvy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Proton Savvy. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Savvy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 831 kg more than 2007 Proton Savvy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Proton Savvy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Savvy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Savvy | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Proton | SsangYong |
| Model | Savvy | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
