2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Sonata and 2007 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 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 330 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 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Sonata | 330 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |