2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (137 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 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 11 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
Because 2011 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 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, 2011 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2011 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Santa Fe | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |