2009 Toyota Highlander vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. 2009 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Toyota Highlander | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
Model | Highlander | Actyon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |