2004 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 742 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 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (241 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Sonata | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Sonata | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
