2004 BMW 118 vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 118 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 441 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 118 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| 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 | 139 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 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1776 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 |
