2009 BMW M6 vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata

To start off, both 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 218 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.

Because 2009 BMW M6 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 M6. 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 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 M6 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M6 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.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW M6 2009 Hyundai Sonata
Make BMW Hyundai
Model M6 Sonata
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4999 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 519 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1498 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.2 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L


 

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