2012 Volkswagen T5 vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 548 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen T5 | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
| Model | T5 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
