2000 BMW 316 vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Elantra (145 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316.
Because 2000 BMW 316 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 2000 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 2011 Hyundai Elantra (176 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 316 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
