2005 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 BMW 320.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2005 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 320 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |