2008 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. 2006 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | M5 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
