2000 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 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 28 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 234 kg more than 2000 BMW 325.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 325 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |