2005 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2005 BMW 320 and 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 BMW 320.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 320 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |