2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 7 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (137 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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 121 kg more than 2012 BMW X1.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2012 BMW X1 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. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Santa Fe | X1 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |