2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 403 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Actyon.
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 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Land Rover | SsangYong |
Model | Discovery | Actyon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 341 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 75 L |