2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Tucson | 520 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
