2006 Audi A8 vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 6 kg more than 2006 Audi A8.
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, 2006 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | A8 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| 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 Weight | 1770 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
