2005 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2005 BMW 318 and 2005 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 595 kg more than 2005 BMW 318.
Because 2005 BMW 318 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 2005 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 2005 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 318 | Elantra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |