2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon.
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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
Model | Eclipse | Actyon |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 4-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |