2011 Lotus Evora vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Evora. 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 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lotus Evora | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Evora | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4341 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1222 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
