2007 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Hyundai Trajet

To start off, both 2007 BMW 120 and 2007 Hyundai Trajet were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 502 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 120 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 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Trajet.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 120 2007 Hyundai Trajet
Make BMW Hyundai
Model 120 Trajet
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.5 seconds 11.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1852 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 75 L


 

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