2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. 2003 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Sonata | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |