2006 BMW 316 vs. 2001 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Coupe (115 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 316 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Coupe.
Because 2006 BMW 316 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 2006 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 316 | 2001 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 316 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
