2007 BMW 550 vs. 2006 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Azera would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Azera. (263 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2007 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Azera, 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Azera. (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2006 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 550 | Azera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
