2008 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 BMW 328.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2006 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 328 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
