2006 BMW X5 vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 426 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Actyon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW X5 2011 SsangYong Actyon
Make BMW SsangYong
Model X5 Actyon
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 355 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 86.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 85.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 246 km/hour 160 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2202 kg 1776 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 75 L


 

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