2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 4 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 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 218 kg more than 2013 BMW M3.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 BMW M3 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Santa Fe | M3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4618 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |