2006 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 325 | i30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1582 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
