2007 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 257 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 525 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
