2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 SsangYong Actyon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 227 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Audi | SsangYong |
Model | A3 | Actyon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |