1999 BMW 740 vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 263 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 1999 BMW 740. 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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. 1999 BMW 740 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. 1999 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1999 BMW 740 2006 SsangYong Actyon
Make BMW SsangYong
Model 740 Actyon
Year Released 1999 2006
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3899 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2035 kg 1772 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2750 mm