2008 BMW 550 vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 4 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 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 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 195 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 550. 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 550 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
