2003 BMW 530 vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 583 kg more than 2003 BMW 530.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 530 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
