2008 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Hyundai Tipper
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tipper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tipper would be higher. At 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tipper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2006 Hyundai Tipper | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 325 | Tipper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2607 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
