2009 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2009 BMW 525 and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 221 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 525 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |