2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
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 Hyundai Tucson (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Tucson | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
