2011 SsangYong Actyon vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, both 2011 SsangYong Actyon and 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 189 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2011 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2011 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 SsangYong Actyon 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make SsangYong Hyundai
Model Actyon Santa Fe
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 192 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 436 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.2 mm 8.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.6 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 16:01
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1772 kg 1961 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4685 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 68 L


 

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