2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, both 2008 Mazda CX-7 and 2008 SsangYong Actyon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. 2008 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-7 | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | CX-7 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 75 L |
