2005 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Hyundai HCD-7
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 3 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, 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 BMW 325 (238 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. (180 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 325 | HCD-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
