2012 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 818 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Hyundai Elantra | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Elantra | X5 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4486 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1519 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |