2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2003 BMW 330

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 357 kg more than 2003 BMW 330.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2003 BMW 330
Make Hyundai BMW
Model Terracan 330
Year Released 2006 2003
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 184 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 63 L


 

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