2005 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (178 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 325 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
