2009 BMW 135 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 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 135 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 135 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 135 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 135 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
