2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 BMW 318 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Santa Fe | 318 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |