2012 BMW Z4 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, both 2012 BMW Z4 and 2012 Hyundai i20 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Because 2012 BMW Z4 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 Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW Z4 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | Z4 | i20 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2497 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.5 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
