2004 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,341 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 29 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Grandeur (304 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2007 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 325 | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
