2008 BMW 323 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 BMW 323 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 253 kg more than 2008 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 323. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 323 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 323 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3342 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
