2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2013 BMW 6 series

To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 7 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 223 kg more than 2013 BMW 6 series.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 6 series. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 2013 BMW 6 series
Make Hyundai BMW
Model Terracan 6 series
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 4395 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 439 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 651 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 89 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 168 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13 seconds 4.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1939 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 5009 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 2081 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1392 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2968 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L


 

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