2007 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Atos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 954 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Atos, 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 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2010 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 525 | Atos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
