2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 234 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 6 series 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 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Santa Fe | 6 series |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 649 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |