2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 139 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 289 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Actyon.
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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. 2007 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Sorento | Actyon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 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 | 17.7:1 | 18.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |