2009 BMW 335 vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2009 BMW 335 and 2009 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 492 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 335 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 2009 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. 2009 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 335 | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 335 | Sonata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |