2009 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai i20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 330 | i20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
