2011 Hyundai Accent vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 116 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 116 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2010 BMW 116 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 2010 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2010 BMW 116 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Accent | 2010 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Accent | 116 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4046 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
