2009 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. 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 M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | M3 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
