2006 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, both 2006 BMW 120 and 2006 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 327 kg more than 2006 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 120. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 120.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 120 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make BMW Hyundai
Model 120 Terracan
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 331 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 220 km/hour 168 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.7 seconds 13 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1835 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 75 L