2007 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 325 | Tucson |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1424 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |