2009 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Hyundai H100
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai H100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai H100 would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 BMW 320.
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 320 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai H100. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai H100 has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai H100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2008 Hyundai H100 | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 320 | H100 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2607 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |