2001 BMW 750 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 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 198 kg more than 2001 BMW 750.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 750. 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 750 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
