2009 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Because 2009 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 525 | i20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
