2008 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 330 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
