2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 184 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Sprinter | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
