2009 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, both 2009 BMW 318 and 2009 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 760 kg more than 2009 BMW 318.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 318 | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 318 | Terracan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |