2005 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 740 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 2011 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai XG 350, 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, 2011 BMW 740 (600 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (293 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai XG 350 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | XG 350 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
