2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 BMW 645
To start off, 2005 BMW 645 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 BMW 645 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 BMW 645 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Santa Fe | 645 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |