2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2011 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Tucson | 335 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |
