2011 Hyundai Accent vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, both 2011 Hyundai Accent and 2011 BMW 125 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 125 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 125. 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, 2011 BMW 125 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent. 2011 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Accent | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Accent | 125 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4046 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
