2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 5 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 927 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 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Sonata | X6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |