2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. 2011 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Tucson has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Tucson will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Tucson | 550 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
