2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 183 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 525 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |