2008 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2011 Hyundai H1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai H1. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2011 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 320 | H1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
