2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 468 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | X5 | Sonata |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2114 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |