2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 325 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |