2011 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 58 kg more than 2010 BMW 118.
Because 2010 BMW 118 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 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson, 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 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Hyundai Tucson | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Tucson | 118 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1453 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4399 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |