1991 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 BMW 525.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1991 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 525 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 525 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
