2009 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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 183 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 330 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1898 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |