2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, both 2009 Nissan Frontier and 2009 SsangYong Actyon were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 544 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Frontier | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Frontier | Actyon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |