2004 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 156 kg more than 2004 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo S80 | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Volvo | SsangYong |
| Model | S80 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2524 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1616 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
