2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 BMW X3

To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 2011 BMW X3
Make Hyundai BMW
Model Santa Fe X3
Year Released 2003 2011
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3497 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 194 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1915 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4648 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1661 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2807 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 67 L


 

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