2006 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2006 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 320 | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 320 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |