2008 Kia Rio vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 1 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 619 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. 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 2008 Kia Rio. 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 (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Rio | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
