1996 Audi S6 vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | S6 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
