2002 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 139 kg more than 2002 BMW 740.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 740 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
