Hyundai Sonata 2006 vs BMW 5 series 2007
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 137 HP | 170 HP | |
| Torque: | 179 NM | 210 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.6 seconds | 8.7 seconds | |
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BMW 5 series is a more dynamic driving. Hyundai Sonata engine produces 33 HP less power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 31 NM less than BMW 5 series. Due to the lower power, Hyundai Sonata reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.2 | 6.7 | |
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The BMW 5 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Hyundai Sonata consumes 2.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Hyundai Sonata could require 375 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 700 km in combined cycle | 1040 km in combined cycle | |
| 790 km on highway | 1290 km on highway | ||
| BMW 5 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Hyundai Sonata) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (BMW 5 series) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | 142 mm (5.6 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Hyundai Sonata can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Hyundai Sonata version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 400'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Hyundai Sonata engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Kia Sportage, Kia Ceed, Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai Elantra | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including BMW 3 sērija, BMW 1 sērija | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Hyundai Sonata might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The BMW 5 series engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.75 m | 4.84 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.47 m | |
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Hyundai Sonata is smaller. Hyundai Sonata is 9 cm shorter than the BMW 5 series, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Hyundai Sonata is 5 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 430 litres | 520 litres | |
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BMW 5 series has more luggage space. Hyundai Sonata has 90 litres less trunk space than the BMW 5 series. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Hyundai Sonata is 0.5 metres less than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Hyundai Sonata can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`020 | 2`000 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | 2200 | 7600 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.4/10 | 8.0/10 | |
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