2008 BMW 525 vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 112 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. 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, 2008 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 525 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
