2008 Honda Fit vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 496 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit. 2005 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Fit | Actyon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 75 L |