2005 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 428 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 320 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
