2009 BMW 735 vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 BMW 735 is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 735 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 735 (360 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 735 | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 735 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
