2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Accent and 2009 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 458 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 318 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 318. 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 318 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 2009 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Accent | 318 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
