2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 242 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.

Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mercedes-Benz C 2008 SsangYong Actyon
Make Mercedes-Benz SsangYong
Model C Actyon
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 86.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 68.4 mm 85.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 245 km/hour 166 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1772 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 75 L