2002 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 579 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 330 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 2002 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i10, 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, 2002 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 330 | i10 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.4 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
