2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 154 kg more than 2012 BMW X1.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2012 BMW X1 has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Santa Fe | X1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |