1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW Pickster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | Pickster | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
