2012 BMW 123 vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Accent 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 64 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 393 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 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 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 123 | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 123 | Accent |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
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 | 202 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4115 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1423 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 43 L |