2011 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 306 kg more than 2011 BMW M3.
Because 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW M3 | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | M3 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.2 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4615 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1424 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |