2009 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, both 2009 BMW 525 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, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 667 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. 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 (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 525 | Terracan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
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 | 215 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |