2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 365 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.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Tucson | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2653 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2856 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
