1994 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 236 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
Because 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | M5 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
