2007 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Hyundai Getz

To start off, both 2007 BMW 530 and 2007 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 702 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Getz, 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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Getz. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 530 2007 Hyundai Getz
Make BMW Hyundai
Model 530 Getz
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2991 cc 1340 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 117 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 71.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 83.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 242 km/hour 164 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1058 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.2 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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