2009 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2009 BMW 325

To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Entourage and 2009 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.

Because 2009 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage, 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 Hyundai Entourage (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai Entourage 2009 BMW 325
Make Hyundai BMW
Model Entourage 325
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 253 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1760 mm


 

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