2009 BMW 550 vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2009 BMW 550 and 2009 Hyundai Accent were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2009 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent, 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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 550 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1341 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
