2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 320 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 2006 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Azera | 2006 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Azera | 320 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
