2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 and 2008 Hyundai Tucson were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 482 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 330 | Tucson |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2648 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |