2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Azera would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 103 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2008 BMW 330 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 2008 BMW 330. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
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2007 Hyundai Azera | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Azera | 330 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6650 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |