2009 BMW 523 vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 BMW 523.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 523 | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 523 | Terracan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |