1994 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1994 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 661 kg more than 1994 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 520 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
