2005 BMW 545 vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 351 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 545 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 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 545 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
