2007 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 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 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 149 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 BMW 330 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 2007 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2007 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 330 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
