2005 BMW 748 vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, both 2005 BMW 748 and 2005 SsangYong Actyon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 748. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Actyon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 748 2005 SsangYong Actyon
Make BMW SsangYong
Model 748 Actyon
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 2300 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1772 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2750 mm


 

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