2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Hyundai i30
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Hyundai i30 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i30. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 712 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | X3 | i30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1926 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 53 L |
