1995 BMW CLS vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW CLS would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW CLS (350 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 CLS (260 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm). This means 1995 BMW CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW CLS | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | CLS | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
