2006 BMW 730 vs. 2010 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Grandeur. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 17 kg more than 2006 BMW 730.
Because 2006 BMW 730 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 2006 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur, 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, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 2010 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 730 | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
