2005 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 453 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | M3 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
