2007 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 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 26 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 58 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, 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, 2007 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 330 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |