2012 BMW 640 vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai ix20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai ix20 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 496 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 640 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 640. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix20, 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 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 640 | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 640 | ix20 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4894 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1894 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |