2007 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 330 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |