2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 596 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 520 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 2012 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2012 BMW 520 (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Hyundai Accent | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Accent | 520 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |