2007 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, both 2007 BMW 120 and 2007 Hyundai Grandeur were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,341 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 383 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 2007 Hyundai Grandeur | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 120 | Grandeur |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |