2009 BMW X3 vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | X3 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |
