2009 BMW 135 vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 836 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 135 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
