2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 57 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9.
Because 2000 BMW Z9 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 Z9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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 Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | Z9 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
