2007 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Hyundai Azera

To start off, both 2007 BMW 120 and 2007 Hyundai Azera were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120.

Because 2007 BMW 120 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 2007 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 120 2007 Hyundai Azera
Make BMW Hyundai
Model 120 Azera
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3799 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 154 HP 263 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 348 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 75 L


 

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