2006 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Hyundai Atos
To start off, both 2006 BMW 325 and 2006 Hyundai Atos were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Because 2006 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Atos, 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 325 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2006 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 325 | Atos |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |