2004 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Sonata | 1999 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Sonata | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
