2006 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Because 2006 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 525 | Atos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
