2008 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 376 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 530 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
