2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 3 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 417 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Giulietta | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1742 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4351 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1465 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2750 mm |
