2004 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 525 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
