2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 Hyundai Veracruz were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 432 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 320 | Veracruz |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |