2007 BMW 530 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 412 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 530 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
