2008 Volvo C30 vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, both 2008 Volvo C30 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 2,519 cc, 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Volvo C30.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volvo C30 | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Volvo | SsangYong |
Model | C30 | Actyon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2519 cc | 2300 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |