2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 520 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 2012 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. 2012 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Elantra | 520 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |