2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 BMW 530

To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 631 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Accent 2008 BMW 530
Make Hyundai BMW
Model Accent 530
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1606 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 300 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.7:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1034 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.1 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 70 L