2010 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 594 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Tucson | 535 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4399 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
