2011 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2012 BMW 123 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 2012 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Hyundai Elantra | 2012 BMW 123 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Elantra | 123 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 51 L |