2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. 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 2012 BMW 640. 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 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 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 640 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Terracan | 640 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
