2006 BMW 118 vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Actyon.
Because 2006 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 118 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
