2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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 Hyundai Entourage (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Entourage | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Entourage | 525 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
