2009 Nissan Versa vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (151 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Versa | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
