2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 360 kg more than 2012 BMW 123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 123. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 123 (400 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 BMW 123 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Santa Fe | 123 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |