2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Hyundai Tucson were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 41 kg more than 2007 BMW X3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. 2007 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | X3 | Tucson |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1781 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |