2007 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2012 Hyundai H1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2012 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 320 | H1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
