2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 420 kg more than 2011 BMW 328.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 328. 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 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328. 2009 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Terracan | 328 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
