2005 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 667 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 325 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
