2007 BMW 320 vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 381 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2005 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 320 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 220 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
