2009 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 428 kg more than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 320 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 320 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |