2005 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Hyundai Coupe

To start off, both 2005 BMW 520 and 2005 Hyundai Coupe were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 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 2005 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe, 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 Hyundai Coupe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 520 2005 Hyundai Coupe
Make BMW Hyundai
Model 520 Coupe
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2171 cc 2655 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1408 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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