2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 796 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X6 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Tucson | X6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |