2009 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 335 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2199 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16:01 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
