2005 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 330 | Sonata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 228 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |