2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 Hyundai Veracruz were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz, 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 Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 325 | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
