1995 BMW S3 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 173 kg more than 1995 BMW S3.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW S3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | S3 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
