2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Terracan | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1881 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
