2012 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 49 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. 2012 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Ford Taurus | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Taurus | Actyon |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | 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 | 263 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |