2007 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M3. 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | M3 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |