2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 511 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Colorado | Actyon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |