2005 BMW 330 vs. 1996 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Satellite would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. 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 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1996 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 330 | Satellite |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
