2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 320. 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Santa Fe | 320 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |