2007 SsangYong Actyon vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 624 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Actyon | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | SsangYong | Chevrolet |
| Model | Actyon | Express |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
