2008 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 397 kg more than 2008 BMW X3.

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 X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW X3 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make BMW Hyundai
Model X3 Terracan
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 480 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 210 km/hour 168 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.9 seconds 13 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1765 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 75 L


 

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