2011 SsangYong Actyon vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 131 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Actyon.

Compare all specifications:

2011 SsangYong Actyon 2005 Honda Accord
Make SsangYong Honda
Model Actyon Accord
Year Released 2011 2005
Body Type Crossover Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2300 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 214 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1776 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 65 L


 

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