2010 BMW 528 vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. 2011 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 528 | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 528 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2888 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
