2008 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, both 2008 BMW 525 and 2008 Hyundai Trajet were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 246 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 2008 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 525 | Trajet |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |