2006 BMW 645 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 645 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 2006 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 645 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
