2010 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 469 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | S | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 829 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2245 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
