2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2011 BMW 530 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 2011 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Sonata | 530 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |