2011 BMW 550 vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 198 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 550 | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 550 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1970 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
