2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 7 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 806 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, 2012 BMW X6 (677 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Tucson | X6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
