2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 397 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Kangoo | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
