2012 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Because 2012 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai i20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20. 2012 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 550 | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 550 | i20 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 609 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4899 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1464 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |