2009 BMW X6 vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X6 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (145 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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 X6 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (176 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | X6 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 48 L |
