2005 BMW 545 vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 1 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 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 30 kg more than 2005 BMW 545.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 545 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
