2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2002 Hyundai XG
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 339 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai XG. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 Hyundai XG. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 2002 Hyundai XG | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | Alpina | XG |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
