2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (300 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Santa Fe | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
