2007 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 58 kg more than 2007 BMW X5.
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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | X5 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2104 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
