2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 822 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise. 2005 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Elise | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
