2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 3 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 653 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2011 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
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2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Tucson | X5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 555 HP |
Torque | 249 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |