2007 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Hyundai XG
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai XG. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai XG weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Because 2007 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2002 Hyundai XG | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 325 | XG |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
