2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Alpina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Alpina would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 401 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 820 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | Alpina | i20 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |