2010 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 687 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Citroen C3 | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C3 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
