2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Elantra | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Elantra | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |