2009 BMW 116 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 1 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 2,656 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 71 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 463 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 116. 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 (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 116 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
