2011 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Because 2011 BMW 325 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 325. 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 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 325 | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 325 | i30 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
