2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 Hyundai i20 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 320 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 2008 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20, 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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 320 | i20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
