2012 BMW 116 vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 406 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 116. 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 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 116 | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 116 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
