2006 BMW 750 vs. 2001 Hyundai XG
To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai XG. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 384 kg more than 2001 Hyundai XG. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai XG, 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, 2006 BMW 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 750 | 2001 Hyundai XG | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 750 | XG |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |
