2009 BMW 116 vs. 2000 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Coupe.
Because 2009 BMW 116 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 2009 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 2000 Hyundai Coupe (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 2000 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 116 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
