2003 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 325 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
