2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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 X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (236 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | X5 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
