2009 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 717 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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 Fiat 500. 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | 500 | Actyon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |