2009 BMW 335 vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, both 2009 BMW 335 and 2009 Hyundai i20 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Because 2009 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20, 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20. 2009 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 335 | i20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
