2010 Lexus IS vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS.
Because 2011 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus IS | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | IS | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
