2005 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1999 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 330 (290 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. (169 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1999 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 330 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
