2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 940 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Accent | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Accent | X3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
