2005 BMW 730 vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2005 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 730 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |