2011 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 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, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Sonata | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Sonata | 325 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2794 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
