2009 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 775 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 120 2007 Hyundai Terracan
Make BMW Hyundai
Model 120 Terracan
Year Released 2009 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 155 HP 191 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 85.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 200 km/hour 181 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 2160 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.5 L/100km 13.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 75 L


 

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