2007 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai i40 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai i40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 330 | i40 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |