2006 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 149 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 330 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 16:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |