2009 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 4 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 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 467 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 530 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 14.9 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 | 1525 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |