1995 BMW 317 vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 317. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 317 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 301 kg more than 1995 BMW 317. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 317. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1995 BMW 317 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 317 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 317 | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 317 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
