2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 4 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 597 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 BMW X3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Elantra | X3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 67 L |
