2011 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Actyon.
Because 2010 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2010 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2010 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | C | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4606 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1459 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
