2010 SsangYong Actyon vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 243 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 SsangYong Actyon | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | SsangYong | SsangYong |
| Model | Actyon | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1772 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
