2009 BMW X6 vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X6 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | X6 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
