2010 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 226 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. 2008 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Colt | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9:01 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
