2009 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 2 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 67 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 358 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 120 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:
2009 BMW 120 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 120 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |