2001 BMW 730 vs. 2001 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2001 BMW 730 and 2001 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 730 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 2001 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Matrix, 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, 2001 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Matrix. (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 730 | 2001 Hyundai Matrix | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 730 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
