1996 BMW 540 vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 540 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
