2008 BMW 120 vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 434 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2008 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 120 | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 120 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |