2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,566 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 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 280 kg more than 1999 BMW 325.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW 325 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 BMW 325 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Santa Fe | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2566 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |