2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.

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 Volvo S60 (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2010 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2010 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Volvo S60 2010 SsangYong Actyon
Make Volvo SsangYong
Model S60 Actyon
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2521 cc 2300 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 351 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 1850 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1637 kg 1772 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 75 L


 

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