2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 284 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Actyon.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sorento | Actyon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |