2006 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, both 2006 BMW 525 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 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. 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 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 525 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make BMW Hyundai
Model 525 Terracan
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 225 km/hour 168 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.1 seconds 13 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L


 

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