2007 BMW 118 vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 705 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 118 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 2007 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz, 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, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 118 | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
