2007 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2007 BMW 335 and 2007 Hyundai Accent were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent, 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent. 2007 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 335 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
