1997 Volvo C70 vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 282 kg more than 1997 Volvo C70.
Because 2005 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo C70. 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, 1997 Volvo C70 (330 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volvo C70 | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Volvo | SsangYong |
| Model | C70 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2319 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
