2004 BMW 530 vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,924 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 BMW 530.
Because 2004 BMW 530 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 2004 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2004 BMW 530 (290 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 530 | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 530 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2924 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 183 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |