2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 118 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2006 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2006 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | CLS | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
