2008 BMW 740 vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2008 BMW 740 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 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 902 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 740. 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 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 740 | 2008 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 740 | Tucson |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2648 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 2090 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |