2012 BMW 116 vs. 2013 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 116 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Accent (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2012 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 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 116 | 2013 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 116 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4324 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 43 L |
