2007 SsangYong Actyon vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 417 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Actyon | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Actyon | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1772 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
