2000 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 303 kg more than 2000 BMW 325.
Because 2000 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Satellite, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Satellite. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 2001 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 325 | Satellite |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
