2006 BMW 745 vs. 2006 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2006 BMW 745 and 2006 Hyundai Accent were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 999 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 745 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 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent, 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 2006 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 745 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
