2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 8 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 345 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.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW 6 series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Tucson | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2856 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
