2007 BMW 120 vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 120 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
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, 2011 Hyundai i40, 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 120 | i40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
