2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 317 kg more than 2012 BMW 535.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 535. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Terracan | 535 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
