2010 Hyundai i30 vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Because 2011 BMW 520 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 2011 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30, 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, 2011 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai i30 | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | i30 | 520 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
