2012 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 198 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 2012 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2010 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2010 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Ford Transit Connect | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Transit Connect | Actyon |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |