2007 BMW M vs. 2001 Hyundai XG 300
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai XG 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai XG 300 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai XG 300. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai XG 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai XG 300 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2007 BMW M.
Because 2007 BMW M 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 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai XG 300, 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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai XG 300. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai XG 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 2001 Hyundai XG 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | M | XG 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
