2012 Toyota Avalon vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 152 kg more than 2012 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. 2012 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2011 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2011 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Avalon | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | Avalon | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2819 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
