2008 BMW 540 vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, both 2008 BMW 540 and 2008 SsangYong Actyon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 41 kg more than 2008 BMW 540.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 540 | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 540 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
