1998 Audi A8 vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (300 HP) has 161 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Actyon.

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, 1998 Audi A8 (400 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Actyon.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Audi A8 2009 SsangYong Actyon
Make Audi SsangYong
Model A8 Actyon
Year Released 1998 2009
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 139 HP
Torque 400 Nm 310 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84.6 mm 86.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 85.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.1:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 160 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2750 mm


 

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