2001 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 398 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2008 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | X5 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 58 L |
