2011 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 684 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Polo | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
| Model | Polo | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1682 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
