2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2012 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 530 (310 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (199 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Sonata | 530 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
