2006 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 580 kg more than 2006 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 320 | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 320 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
