Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | BMW X5 | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 315 hp@5400 324 lb-ft@3600 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 106.3 in | 4.7 in |
Length | 183.7 in | 184.1 in | -0.4 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 74.4 in | -0.7 in |
Height | 67.5 in | 67.9 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4927 lb. | 4054 lb. | 873 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 40.2 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 59.5 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.8 in | -55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 42.6 in | -3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 39.6 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 58.6 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 36.8 in | -1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 74.7 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -4.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 34.2 ft3 | -10.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.4 ft3 | 78.2 ft3 | -23.8 ft3 |
2006 BMW X5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 315-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
We loved the seating and overall room. This was a favortie car for road trips to the mountains or wherever. see full BMW X5 review |
2010 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Fits my back and legs better than my last car see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2010 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Short seats, not very supportive at the sides. Strangely lumpy backrest. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |