2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 83 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. 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) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Tucson | X3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2654 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 560 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |