2005 BMW 630 vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 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 225 kg more than 2005 BMW 630.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 630. 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 630 | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 630 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 297 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |