2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Elantra | X6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |
