2012 Volvo S80 vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 167 kg more than 2012 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Volvo S80 (270 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo S80 | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Volvo | SsangYong |
| Model | S80 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
