2012 Nissan Sentra vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 356 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2011 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Sentra | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Sentra | Actyon |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4575 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |