2005 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 331 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 325 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 436 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16:01 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |