2009 BMW 118 vs. 2000 Hyundai Neos
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Neos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Neos would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 118 and 2000 Hyundai Neos are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Neos (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Neos should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Neos weights approximately 257 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Neos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 2000 Hyundai Neos | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 118 | Neos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1643 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
