2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2006 BMW X3 and 2006 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2006 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | X3 | Sonata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |