2008 BMW 545 vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, both 2008 BMW 545 and 2008 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 BMW 545.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. 2008 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 545 | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 545 | Terracan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |