2012 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai ix35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai ix35 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW M3 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai ix35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix35 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix35.
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2012 BMW M3 | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | M3 | ix35 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4615 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1392 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2640 mm |