2012 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai i20 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 509 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 328 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 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20, 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 328 | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 328 | i20 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
