2002 Hyundai HCD-7 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 would be higher. At 4,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (406 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. (180 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | HCD-7 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
