2007 Volkswagen Multivan vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 527 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
| Model | Multivan | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2299 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
