2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2005 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai XG 350 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 306 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. 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 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2005 Hyundai XG 350 | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | Alpina | XG 350 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 194 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |