2009 BMW 535 vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2009 BMW 535 and 2009 Hyundai Tucson were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2009 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. 2009 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 535 | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 535 | Tucson |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |