2005 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 330 | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
