2006 Hyundai Azera vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Azera would be higher. At 3,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Azera. (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Azera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Azera, 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 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Azera. (347 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Azera | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Azera | 740 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3769 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |